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Flirting (lemmy.ml)

Hi friends. Is it fucked up to flirt with someone with no intention of taking it further? I'm in a long-term monogamous relationship. Sometimes I crave a little validation from strangers. I'm not going to cheat on my partner, but I do have a need to feel desirable to others. I don't feel like a bit of flirting is a betrayal of my relationship, but I'm less confident about how other people feel. Like, I don't want to waste someone else's time, but I guess maybe I am leading people on a bit if I chat with them without mentioning my partner.

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[-] Spike@hexbear.net 22 points 4 weeks ago

What counts as flirting in the year 2026?

[-] cattish@hexbear.net 18 points 4 weeks ago

It's flirting only if it comes from the LeadOn region of Gloucestershire, England. Otherwise it's just sparkling conversation.

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this post was submitted on 26 Mar 2026
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